Paralegal

Paralegal Position at Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLPFreeman Mathis & Gary, LLP is a nationally recognized Am Law 200 law firm with over 500 attorneys servicing clients in 40 offices and 22 states seeking an experienced paralegal to join our Kansas City office. We are eagerly seeking candidates who foster a teamwork mentality, have excellent communication skills, are problem-solvers, and are willing to take ownership of their job. Flexibility and excellent organization skills are key in our fast-paced environment. This is a 100% in office position and remote work is not available.The following set of success factors describe the characteristics of those who are successful in our Firm:Helpful, Congenial, Personable, PositiveUnpretentious, Approachable, Respectful, Team OrientedAccountable, Takes Ownership, Corrects MistakesOrganized, Timely, Confidential, Responsive (within 24 hours)Duties and Responsibilities:Assist attorneys with the preparation of a civil case for trialDiscovery and records managementAbility to summarize medical and employment records, create medical chronologies, summarize discovery responses, prepare meet and confer correspondenceMotion writing experience, such as oppositions to motions including discovery motions, motions to continue trialProficient in software programs such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and ExcelAbility to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete them under time constraints with minimal supervision and exceptional attention to detailEducation, Experience, and Skills:3+ years paralegal experience in a law firmCivil litigation experience requiredFamiliarity with performing research tasks using web-based legal research servicesExperience working with paperless files. iManage experience a plusMust successfully pass a background/drug screenBachelor's degree and paralegal certificate from ABA approved program required.What we offer you:Competitive compensationComprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and visionHSA and FSA plans available for employees and dependentsWork-life balanceGenerous PTO policy401K plan including a 3% Employer Safe Harbor contributionFirm paid life insurance and long-term disabilityEmployee Assistance ProgramYear-end bonuses and referral fee programsActual base pay within the range will also be dependent on other factors, including but not limited to, relevant experience, internal equity, skills, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law.EEO StatementFreeman Mathis & Gary, LLP (FMG) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees by maintaining a workplace free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status as provided by law. FMG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. This position is subject to our drug?free workplace policy, which includes the ability to pass a pre?employment drug screen. Employees may be subject to reasonable?suspicion drug testing in accordance with Firm policies outlined in the Employee Handbook.Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.